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Catholic Churches in Des Moines, Iowa

St. Theresa's Catholic Church

Diocese of Des Moines

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Address

1230 Merle Hay Road
Des Moines, IA 50311

About St. Theresa's Catholic Church

Saint Theresa's Catholic Church is a Roman Rite parish located in Des Moines, IA, within the Diocese of Des Moines. The parish is named after Saint Thérèse of Lisieux, a French Carmelite nun who lived from 1873 to 1897. She is a Doctor of the Church and a patron saint of missionaries. The parish offers 12 Masses weekly, including 3 on Sundays. Confession is available at 2 scheduled times. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament is offered at 1 scheduled time.


St. Theresa's Catholic Church is a Roman Catholic parish in Des Moines, Iowa, part of the Diocese of Des Moines. The parish offers Mass 12 times per week, including Sunday at 8:30 AM and 10:30 AM and 4:30 PM. Confession is available on Friday, Saturday. Eucharistic Adoration is offered — see schedule below. View the full schedule below.

Mass Schedule

Sunday

8:30 AM
10:30 AM
4:30 PM

Monday

6:30 AM

Tuesday

6:30 AM

Wednesday

6:30 AM
5:45 PM

Thursday

6:30 AM
5:45 PM

Friday

6:30 AM

Saturday

7:45 AM
4:30 PM

Confession Schedule

Friday

3:30 PM - 4:30 PMFirst Fridays of the month

Saturday

8:30 AM - 9:30 AM

Eucharistic Adoration

Friday: 7 AM - 6 PM (First Fridays of the month)

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the Mass times at St. Theresa's Catholic Church?

St. Theresa's Catholic Church Mass times: Sunday at 8:30 AM, 10:30 AM, 4:30 PM. Weekday Mass is also celebrated on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday.

When is confession at St. Theresa's Catholic Church?

St. Theresa's Catholic Church confession times: Friday 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM; Saturday 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM. Confession is also known as the Sacrament of Reconciliation.

Is there a Saturday Vigil Mass at St. Theresa's Catholic Church?

Yes, St. Theresa's Catholic Church celebrates Saturday Vigil Mass at 4:30 PM. The Saturday Vigil Mass fulfills the Sunday Mass obligation for Catholics.

Does St. Theresa's Catholic Church have daily Mass?

Yes, St. Theresa's Catholic Church offers daily Mass on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday. Common weekday Mass times: 6:30 AM, 5:45 PM.

Where is St. Theresa's Catholic Church located?

St. Theresa's Catholic Church is located at 1230 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, IA 50311. Get directions using the "Directions" button on this page.

Does St. Theresa's Catholic Church have Eucharistic Adoration?

Yes, St. Theresa's Catholic Church offers Eucharistic Adoration. Schedule: Friday 7 AM - 6 PM.